Let’s be honest. Most people buy wine in the $8 to $15 range. It’s the “I’m fine, but maybe a little stressed” bracket.
That $15 bottle is for weeknights. The $7 bottle is for cooking. The $30 bottle is for guests you secretly dislike.
The average cost of good enough wine? $12. Perfect for Netflix. Pairs well with sweatpants.
Should You Care?
Honestly? No. Not really. The fun is in the search. Try a $8 bottle. Then a $15 one. See if your taste buds can even blip.
Most people can’t. I can’t. We’re all faking it together.
So grab a bottle in the $10 range. Don’t overthink it. Unless the label has a corgi on it—then buy two. That’s science.
